Sharjah and East Coast Tour

Arabia’s Wildlife Centre hosts several animals, including the Arabian Oryx, the UAE’s national animal, and the Arabian leopard, the region’s famous big cat. These endangered animals have their own large landscaped enclosures and come from the nearby Sharjah wildlife centre where they are bred.

As part of Sharjah’s newest award, UNESCO World Book Capital of 2019, celebrations, the emirate opened a new library; The House of Wisdom, a high-tech library and culture centre is set to be a catalyst for a new cultural quarter in the emirate, featuring more than 100,000 books.

s and clothing to authentically local trinkets and souvenirs. For decor connoisseurs in particular,

The island hosts several art installations, including the world-famous OVO structure. Known for its tropical biosphere filled with floating butterflies. Families can pick up a snack and a beverage from a cafe serving healthy food, visit the literature pavilion or take in a beautiful sculpture.

Scenic Destination with a variety of dining options and family friend attraction. Travelers can enjoy an inclusive 01 hour Kayaking at the beautiful Khalid Lagoon along with a Ballon Ride

Al Qasba features lively canals, dining & entertainment in a well designed cultural hub

developed Rest Area and enjoy the market with variety of food options to choose from

A newly developed 45m high waterfall suitable for taking amazing pictures and also an option of unique experience to dine within the waterfall itself

Soak up local culture at the impressive Khorfakkan Amphitheatre. Inspired by Roman architecture, it has rapidly become a celebrated local landmark. The newly-built amphitheater covers over 1700m2 and can accommodate over 3500 spectators. It was designed with a state-of-the-art cooling system, making it the ideal out-door venue for upcoming events

mountain-side rest stop that lies 600 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views across Khorfakkan.

square metres and holds 155 million gallons, serving as a vital water reservoir. The lake is 4 metres deep. Its construction incorporates cutting-edge technology, including innovative materials suited for the hilly climate. Visitors to Al Hefaiyah Lake are greeted by a 3.17-kilometre dual-lane road encircling the lake. The road, encircling the lake is ideal for a stroll or a scenic drive, while the large play area covering 620 square metres, allows children to enjoy playtime in the outdoors. Nature and adventure enthusiasts can hike the hiking trails, stretching over 11.7 kilometres, offering various paths of differing lengths and difficulty levels. Nestled at the centre of the compound, the exquisite Al Hefaiyah Mosque stands out, boasting intricate geometric and floral themes and a towering 36-metre-tall minaret

ay that it can be seen from all parts of the city

The area is highly regarded for its natural landscape and environmental biodiversity. The Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre is one of the most recent ecotourism projects in Kalba, reflecting the area’s rich ecological terrain. Due to its unique location in the middle of an ancient stand of mangroves, visitors taking the outdoor tour have an opportunity to see the oldest mangrove forest in the Emirates, with trees up to 8 meters tall

owers adorning the terraces, and waterfalls. The total area of the garden spans 1.6 million square feet, reaching a height of 281 metres above sea level. The centrepiece of Kalba Hanging Gardens is the artificial waterfall which cascades down several levels in to a small lake, calming, cooling and serene. At night the waterfall is lit up. The stunning restaurant, in the garden, which can seat 215 people is of a classic semi-circular architectural design and provides views of the gardens and waterfall.

Start with a guided tour of the Umm an-Nar tomb, a circular Bronze Era grave, where you can delve into the history of ancient Bedouin civilisation much before modern Emirati culture. Then move onto Fossil Rock, a huge rock formation filled with marine fossils. There are also several opportunities for adventure in the area with trekking, hiking, dune bashing, quad bike riding or even paragliding from the highest peaks in Mleiha. Go on a desert safari and ask about the best spots to set up a desert camp. The centre can offer advice, especially if you’re looking for a “glamping” experience. Visitors love to spend a night under the stars in Mleiha surrounded by picturesque sand dune formations.